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In Turkey you find a great deal of expertise in hair design. Besides the famous hair transplants, Turkish hairdresser do unbelievable jobs with hair extensions, hair dyeing and micro welding. If your hair is important to you and your looking for either a small improvement or a big change, consider a visit to Istanbul. In a country where reality shows looking for the best hairdresser are popular, you know you are in good hands. We selected 10x the best hair salon Istanbul for you. Don’t forget to book your visit upfront to prevent disappointments.

Toprak Seker Kuafor

Are you looking for hair extensions? Than Turkish hairdresser Toprak Seker does an amazing job! You should really check out his Facebook account for examples of unbelievable results. No wonder Toprak Seker is one of the leading brands in hairdesign in Istanbul. He has been a pioneer in the industry since 2004. Besides his excellent job at hair extensions, he is best known for his innovations in hair dyeing and micro welding. Planning to pay a visit? Find Toprak Seker at the Zilverbey Pavilion in the Kadikoy district of Istanbul.

More info & booking:Toprak Seker (Unfortunately, this is the only website in this list that is in Turkish only. However, at the Facebook account you can easily translate the information and find contact details.)

Makas Official

Looking for a young, fresh and affordable hairdresser in Istanbul? Than your should visit Makas in the neighborhoods of Nisantasi (one of the most luxury places of Istanbul) and Cihangir (close by the city center). Established in 2008, Makas closely follows trends and works together with leading academies in Europe. Prices for haircuts start as of 275₺ (turkish lira).

More info & booking:Makas (incl. extra services like a manicure, pedicure and/or makeup).

San Coiffeur

San Coiffeur is also located in Nisantasi neighborhood. “Of course, there are more important things than hair, but hair is a good starting point”. The vision of San Coiffeurs emphasis style is personal and varies per person. Therefore, they go for a tailormade approach.

By the way, in case you are planning a wedding in Istanbul or attending one, than San Coiffeur is also good choice. They have many years of experience in bridal hair services.

More info & booking: San Coiffeur (incl. other services like manicure, pedicure and makeup)

The most – Emrah Demirci, Orkun Baykut, Cihan Cakar, Ozden Kurtur

In 2010 experienced hairdressers Emrah Demirci and Ozden Kurtur started their own boutique salon named The Most. And with success! Now, The Most has multiple salons in Istanbul, but also in Bodrum, Ankara and Izmir. The Most has a highly qualified team, that closely follows the trends. Their owners host masterclass seminars both in Turkey and abroad. “If your hair isn’t what you want, you’re not what you want to be”. Find The Most in Istanbul in the neighborhoods:  

Unal Demir and Mehmet Karaadag are also responsible for the hair salons of The Most in Ankara, Izmir and Bodrum.

More info & booking:The most

Volkan Kartal

Haidresser Volkan Kartal has three hair salons. One of them is located is the Sisli district. The other two are a bit more outskirt, located in the districts of Bakirkoy and Bachesehir. If you are visiting Istanbul as a tourist make sure to book your appointment at the salon in the Sisli district as the other two locations might be too far for a short visit.

More info & booking: Volkan Kartal

Hairchefs – Murat Dogan, Ali Aker & Veysel Demirci

“Do not settle for good, demand perfect”. Thus, the slogan of Hairchefs. We think the above before- and after picture says it all! Hairchefs was founded in 2016 by Murat Doğan, Ali Aker and Veysel Demirci, who were already established names in the Turkish hair industry. They closely follow trends and have a young and dynamic team. You find Hairchefs at the Asian side of Istanbul.

More info & booking:Hairchefs (incl. extra services like makeup, manicures and pedicures).

Emre Ayaksiz

Just 15, Emre Ayaksiz started his career as a hairdresser in 2001. He participated in seminars all over the world, like Germany, Russia, Switzerland and Dubai and brook ground in Turkey as he started for himself in 2013. Now, Emre Ayaksiz is a sought after hairdresser, who counts many Turkish celebrities to his clientele. The salon of Emre Ayaksiz is located at the Besiktas district in Istanbul.

More info & booking: Emre Ayaksiz (incl. extra services like makeup, manicures and pedicures.)

Huseyin Polat

Another much sought after Turkish hairdresser is Huseyin Polat. With more than one million followers on Instagram he breaks ground in the Turkish hairdressing industry. You find his salons in the Bakirkoy and Besiktas districts of Istanbul.

For more info & booking:Huseyin Polat

Mos Bebek – Ali Tacir

Would you describe your style as modern, classic and elegant? Than you probably will appreciate the services of Mos Bebek. The salons of Ali Tacir are located in the districts of Bebek and Besiktas in Istanbul.

More info & booking:Mos Bebek (Unfortunatly, Mos Bebek has no website. You can find contact details at their Istagram account).

Newold – Ayhan Akyurt, Emrah Erenler

Finally, we add Newold hair salon to the list. The salon is located at about 40 min drive from Taksim square. (If traffic cooperates, that is…). Hair experts Emrah Erenler and Ayhan Akyurt founded Newold in 2010. Over the years their success has grown by combining advanced expertise with fair pricing.

More info & booking:Newold (Good to know: They can assist you in English, Arabian and Russian)

Tip

Combine your visit to the hairdresser with a visit to one of the many beauty salons in Istanbul. Next tot the best hair salon Istanbul, we listed the best for beauty salons of Istanbul for you. Check our tips here!